Researchers Say Baby Boomers Face Financial, Other Challenges

The death of 63-year-old comedian and actor Robin Williams in an apparent suicide came as a shock to many. But according to U.S. health officials, people in Mr. Williams's age group are committing suicide at an increasing rate.

Suicide rates for adults aged 45 to 64 rose 40% from 1999 through 2011,according to the most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The suicide rate for these middle- to...